1988 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 535 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
